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JOURNAL
VOULME X NUMBER 28
THE PINE RIVER JOURNAL, PINERIVER. CASS COUNTY, MINNESOTA
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 24, 1947
iV
V
Out of the . .
Waste Basket
by C. M. A.
/The rapid depletion of natural re
sources, due to the abnormal demands
wade upon them during the years of
war. and also the post-war period,
has been of rapidly .mounting concern to those most closely in touch
with this important phase of our national economy.
'.These men have been able to see,
from their study ol the situation, the
extreme importance of an applied
program of conservation, with a long
term view of maintaining adequate
reserves of these basic resources.
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High on the list of fast diminishing
supply is timber and timber products,
and this is a natural national resource
with which we are all familiar inasmuch as we live in a region once noted for the beauty of its forests,
which are apparently inexhaustible
and in consequence were denied the
benefits of careful planning along
conservation, lines intended to perpetuate in some degree, the timber
lands as' a source of future supply.
* * %■■ *
All too often when we are confronted with an article dealing with
the importance of conservation programs, we are. prone to shrug off the
vital facts of the message by telling
ourselves and our neighbors that
there is nothing we can do about it
anyway, because the particular item
under discussion is not within our
own small zone of activity.
* * * *
This excuse we cannot use when
the subject of timber becomes the
theme of the moment. There is a
great deal we can do to aid in the
preservation of this important crop,
and the time to do it is iXIOW, while
we have the opportunity of beginning with a stand of young trees
which need only a little encouragement to perpetuate their growth.
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One of the most vital problems
with which a timber area must be
concerned is the subject of fire
control, and to a great extent this
service is rendered competently by the
Forest Rangers located in various
stations about the state. However,
in some degree their ability to suppress the menace of fire is limited,
insofar as the lookout stations, usually located on some vantage point
overlooking a large'area of timber,
are used for spotting fires already in
progress.
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We can be of service by being ever
on our guard to see that none of these
potential destroyers of timber and
wild life are allowed to start through
any act of ours.
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At the present time, the woodlands
are littered with a carpet of leaves,
and grass made extremely dry and
combustible through the absence of
the usual fall rains and snow. A care
lessly tossed match or an improperly
extinguished cigarette is often the
cause of untold waste and destruction. Even the smouldering wad from
' a shotgun shell has been known to
act as an agent of arson.
* * * *
Most fires are preventable but once
under way are difficult to control. If
you should discover one in the early
stages of its progress, do not assume
that its existence is already known.
Make sure by calling your nearest
ranger station, giving the necessary
facts.
* * ~ *
Remember that national resources
are just as vital to a peacetime .economy as they are to a successful war
effort. Re a good American by doing
your best to conserve ancl preserve
them.
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Shut Up
What's tlie use of kickin'
In an aimless sort of way?
What's the use of knockin"
If you've nothin' good to say?
Shut up!
:;: >;t . *
"What's the use cornplainin'
That the game aint on the square?
There's mighty few will listen,
An' fewer still will care—
Shut up.
* * * *
What's the use of talkin'
Of the 'old days gone by?'
There's lots to do preparin'
Fer them that's drawin' nigh.
Shut; up.
* i« * *
What's the use of blaniin'
Everything upon your luck,
When it's ten times better bettin'
That it's just your lack of pluck?
Shut up!
« * * a:
Wind's the use declarin'
That the cards is always stacked,
An' that nothin's on the level.
Fer you know it's not the fact?
Shut up'
a: * * *
Get out and study laughin',
Go on an' learn to smile:
You might even tackle singin'
If you practised fer a while—
Tune Up.
—Contributed
-REBEKAH LODGE MEETS-
The Rosebud Rebekah iLodge met
in regular session Tuesday evening,
when plans for.'their 25th anniversary
party were made. Date for the event
will be announced later by chairman,
.Mrs. Everett Martin.'
Scout leaders and troop committees
were appointed for the doming year
as follows: Brownie Leader, Mrs.
Harold Hohnstrom and assistant.
Mrs. Vern Chumley; Troop Committee, Mesdames Joe Langland. Ii. F.
Dingle and .lack Adkins. Intermedial!' group leader, Mrs. Cronk; troop
CMfinuUee, Mesdames Ernest Johnson, Chas. Jorgensoii and L. M. Brad1
field. Upper group leader, Patsy
Cromett anil troop committee, Mesdames Ernest Valentine, James iGeary
and Lewis Walton.
Lunch 'was served at the close of
the meeting by Mrs. Jokela and Mrs.
Selma Heino. /
Picluse of Pine Rivei Girl
Appears in State Magazine
Pictured in the current issue of
'Everybody's Health' magazine, just
o'f the press, is Miss Helen Hopper
of I'ine River, Cass County's 4-H
girl health champion for 1947.
She is shown with other 4-H health
winners at Christmas Seal headquarters in St Raul, where 160 of Minnesota's healthiest young people had
their physical examinations taken
this year during state fair week in
A Ugust.
Everybody's Health is published as
part of the health program financed
bj Christmas Seals, according to a
news release from the Minnesota
Public Health Association.
Copies of the magazine go to all
schools, libraries, doctor's offices, pub
lie health nurses, officers of county
public health associations, Christmas
Seal workers and others interested
in the health program.
Benefit Dance for
Hospital Fund
Thursday Eve
The Pine River armory will be the
scene of an important social function
Thursday evening, October 80, when
the big Lake Region Community Hospital benefit dance gets under way.
The dance is under the joint sponsorship of the Field Snorts Association and the Volunteer Fire Department, who have assured patrons of
good music for the event by engaging
the services of Al Rrendt and the Vagabonds.
Tickets are already on sale at $1.00
each and may be obtained from A.
('. Hickel. Buy yours now and be
among those present next Thursday
evening at the armory.
Commercial Club
to Sponsor a
Halloween Party
On Friday evening, October 31,
young folks of Pine River will be entertained at a hallowe'en party, given
for them by the commercial club.
The eyeuiiig's festivities, in true
hallowe'en spirit, will get under way
at approximately nine o'clock p. in..
with a h;:ge bonfire on the vacant
lot opposite the school house.
Wieners and marshmallows will be
plentifully available for roasting, as
■the flames cftst light and shadow over tbe throng.
A free movie will be shown in the
Marlow through tlie courtesy of John
Rohr, after the bonfire has burned
low, and the VFW, together with the
Ladies Auxiliary, have arranged for
a free roller-skating party at the armory.
There will he something doing every minute and all the young folks
of Pine IRiver and vicinity are invited
to spend a happy hallowe'en as
guests of the commercial club.
SH00TIN' THE BREEZE
With Your Service Offiteer
It has been reported that many incompetent veterans have not received their terminal leave bonds. This
may be due to the fact that their
guardian is not aware of their entitlement. Your county service officer, Marshall Alexander, feels that:
this is of sufficient importance that
the information should he passed on.
Many other veterans have not yet
applied for their terminal leave pay.
This should be done at the very earliest opportunity and your county service officer will be glad to assist you.
. If the need does not exist at the
present time for the money from
these bonds, it would be well to have
it applied on National Service Life
Insurance. It is only a very short
period, or until January 1, 1948, that
World War II veterans may reinstate
their National Service Term Insurance without a physical examination.
This should be kept in mind and if
you have not. applied for your terminal leave bonds as yet, will you
see your county service officer and
at the same time have him assist
you in the reinstatement of your Nation Service Life Insurance. When
the bonds are received they may be
applied to the payment of future premiums. Don't let the excellent protection benefit provided by this government insurance go unused, but be
sure that your insurance is in effect
during those years when protection
is needed tiie most.
Your county service officer, M. L.
Alexander feels that many veterans
have not taken advantage of' the
right to reinstate their National Service Life Insurance, because of a misunderstanding or for some other reason. He calls attention to the fact
that National Service Term insurance may be reinstated until January 1,
1948, by a simple statement of relative good health and payment of two
month's premiums. The only veteran who is not able to reinstate his
insurance is a person who is totally
disabled at the ipresent time and has
let his insurance lapse after discharge while total disability did not exist. An insurance policy may now
be reinstated and changed to a permanent type of insurance at the same
time regardless of the period that it
has heen carried by the veteran. In
addition to the original term contract the veteran had in service, it
is now possible for him to apply for
and, if he is able to. pass examination, receive total disability income
policy as a part of his regular Insurance. This disability policy would
pay him $5.00 per .fROOO each month
when and if he became totally disabled and unable to follow a gainful
occupation:
Your county service officer feels
that your National Service Life Insurance is a valuable asset and regrets seeing veterans let their policies lapse, lie sure that you reinstate your insurance If it is lapsed
and also see that your policy is in order if you are paying premiums at the
present time, so when January 1, 194S
rolls around, regardless of your physical condition, you will be covered
by insurance. See your County Service Officer and he will be glad to advise and assist you.
AGRICULTURAL EXTENSION
PROGRAM PLANNING MEETING
TO BE HELD HERE OCTOBER 28
The Oass Agriculture Extension
meeting will be held in the library
room of the Pine River school at 8
p m., Tuesday, October 28. This
yearly meeting is held to formulate
tlie coming year's Extension program.
Subjects of instruction that are most
important and useful to the farmer
and the homemaker will be planned
for the coming year. The subjects
that will be conducted in the form of
training schools during the winter
months, will also be decided. Mr.
William Peters, district county .agent
supervisor, and Miss Amy Wesel, district home demonstration leader, will
give information on subjects that the
state extension leaders will be able
to present the coming year. a
During the past year, homemakers
had the priviledge to receive instruction in Leader Training schools on
re-finishing furniture, upholstering,
and in open classes on dressing of
poultry and preparing foods for
freezing. JIany have expressed their
desire for slip-covering of furniture
■and meal planning and food preparation.
Farmers during the past year were
interested in livestock improvement,
the use of DDT, by seeing practical
demonstrations of it on the farm,
and the new herbicide 2-4-D for we,ed
eradication. These subjects again
are important with thought given to
the European Corn Borer and the
forming of breed associations.
The public is cordially invited to
attend this planning meeting.
SPORTS AFIELD
by Ted Kesting
Nobidy can do a better job of preparing wild ganie for the table than
the hunter himself, if he has any cook
ing talent. One must have the feeling for game cookery—it's a man's
job. If it's done properly it's the
final extra dividend to your day in
the field. If the average housewife
isn't an expert on game cookery, she
should not be blamed. After all, she
doesn't very, often have a chance to
practice the art and science of game
cookery, does she? Nor can she look
in her favorite cookbook and find the
right and proper way to cook an elderly pheasant, a brace of grouse or
a bag of woodcock. She does the
best she can and does it with all sincerity. If she assumes that all feathered game are akin to chicken,
■well, it's a fail but misguided conception.
It's a man's job, this cooking of wild
game and besides it's a lot of fun according to Harry Botsford, who is a
master of the culinary arts.
Take the woodcock or quail for
example. Here are two game birds
that nature treated royally and generously, endowing each with a delicate, entrancing flavor. In cooking
them don't destroy that flavor—just
do the things that enhance it. Broil
them, baste with butter during the
process, season lightly with salt and
pepper and serve two to a person, on
—MILSRED 4-H CLUB NEWS
The Mildred Oood Rule 4-H Club
mel at the Heemstra home Friday evening and Dennis Heemstra, president called the meeting to order with
all members giving the pledge to the
flag. Eighteen members answered
roll call. We welcome Sandra Lang-
lain; and Katherine tGoetcti as hew
members.
Project discussion was the main
topic of the evening and plans were
made for committee meetings and
muting places.
The meeting adjourned with pledge
to the 4-H flag, after which games
were played and refreshments were
served by Mm. Heemstra.
—Jay Langland, Reporter
LOCAL MAN LEARS ABOUT
INCOME TAX CHANGES AT
ANN.UAL SHORT COURSE
L. M. Severeid was among the 400
Minnesotans to attend the fifth annual.farm income tax short course held
at the Lowry Hotel, St. Paul, October 13 - 15.
Those who attended the course will
be better qualified to help farmers
make out their income tax returns
more accurately and completely. The
three day event took up income tax
deductions, livestock sales, sales of
personal dwellings and auction sales,
in addition to regular income tax
problems.
P. T. A.
By Rev. Althoff
Rev. Althoff wits the principal speaker at the PTA meeting Thursday
evening of last week, addressing the
gathering on the subject 'Let Us Be
Neighbors.'
The meeting was marked by a good
attendance, with the largest crowd
of the season being present to take
part in the activities and discussion
of the evening.
Supt. Shaw made a very favorable
report on the school band, disclosing
the tact that well over a hundred pupils have signified their desire to participate. Arrangements are going
forward for the procuring of the necessary instruments.
Dolores Kolb presented two fine vocal selections, being accompanied at
the piano by Mrs. Glenn Houston.
During the business discussion it
was voted to change the starting time
of meetings from 8 p. m., to 8:80,
thus allowing those with earlier committments to attend.
-BROWNIES MEET—
The Brownie Scouts met at the
school Thursday afternoon at a farewell party for several of their group
who graduated into the regular Girl
Scouts.
pieces of toasted white bread that
has been liberally buttered.
With them serve a good tart field
salad, a baked potato, a green vegetable and hot biscuits, if possible.
Dessert? Fruit and coffee and if
your family and guests do not arise
andclaim you a great and talented
cook they are most unappreciative.
An elderly pheasant—there seems
to be one in every bag but it isn't too
much of a problem. If the bird is to
be roasted, be sure to give it plenty
of time to become tender. Stuff with
a very wet dressing. That's the secret of making an old bird tender and
juicy. Use a mixture of sauerkraut
and chestnuts, to which is added a
diced stalk of celery and a few bread
crumbs. Put the bird into a medium
oven after rubbing the bird thoroughly with a mixture of butter and flour.
The secret of the wet dressing is
this: It heats, generates steam that
slowly forces its way to the surface,
thus tenderizing the bird and giving
you a guarantee that the bird will be
delightfully tender and r delectable.
The dressing is delicious, too.
Go out in the kitchen, brethren and
cook a meal. If you do a good job
your prestige will rise to new and
pleasing heights. That's a final dividend. If the job's been done properly, there's no tellinjj what may happen. You may not even he called upon to wash the dishes. Maybe that's
expecting too much but it's been
known to happen. z
The driver of one of theiWkars was in the act of passing another
motorist just as he neared the crest of a hill. He collided head-on
with a driver coming over the brow of the hill, and with the terrific
impact the lighter car was crushed under the heavy one. The lawbreaker in this accident was killed—so was the other driver, and a
passenger was seriously injured. Passing on blind curves and on hills
is simply gambling with death. Improper passing accounted for more
than 35,000 highway deaths and injuries in 1946, according to the
National Conservation Bureau.
Hospital Fund Swelled
by Benefit Proceeds:
T
BRIDAL SHOWER HELD AT TRUE
DABILL HOME SATURDAY EVE
A bridal shower was held Saturday
evening of last week at the True Dabill home, honoring Miss May Taylor
and Paul Dabill. Numerous lovely-
gifts were bestowed upon the young
couple who plan to be married in the
near future.
A large group of relatives and friends were present for the gala occasion' ancl a very elaborate and delicious lunch was served, by the ladies
in charge. Lovely decorations were
in order, and as a center piece of attraction, there was a miniature bride
and groom dressed up in blue and
white.
Sheep Growers Will
Meet in Pine River
Next Thursday
Ctrss County sheep growers will
consolidate tlieir efforts in combating
their problems by forming a 'Sheep
Growers Organization..' The meeting will take place in the Club Rooms
of the Marlow in Pine River next
Thursday, October 30, at S p. m.
Sheep growers in this county have
felt the need for an organization of
this kind, not only for furthering the
interest in the growing of sheep and
better flock practices but also to
combat the menace of wolves and
bear. During the past year, many
flock owners had to sell their entire
flock due to the great loss of animals
from this threatening menace.
It is believed that through the efforts of this organization, that state
and federal authorities' services can
be obtained to help relieve Cass County of wild animals who are threatening one of the important industries
in this county.
During the past two weeks several
benefits of various nature, and many
cash donations have worked together
to swell the total amount thus far
collected on behalf of the Lake Region Community Hospital project.
Benefits in the form of a basket
social, a silver tea and a community
sale have raised the fund by the amount of $369.96 of which $82L98 was
realized from the community sale last
Saturday; $30 from the silver tea given by Troop No. 1 of the Girl Scouts
and ijtlS from the basket social sponsored by the Norway Lake Farmers
Club.
The Swanburg Ladies Aid and the
Ponto Lake Improvement Society each made cash contributions of $100,
and the milk bottles located in the
various business .places about town
accounted for the sum of $102.05.
More benefit functions are scheduled for the weeks ahead, among'
them being the bingo games tonight,
the big dance at the armory Thursday evening, October 30, and the
smorgasbord supper Wednesday, November 5.
Success of these events depends
entirely on the support wliich they
receive, and everyone is invited to
sha'-e in this support by being present.
NEPHEW OF LOCAL LADIES
KILLED IN HUNTING ACCIDENT
Eldon Gillard of Hettinger, N. Dak.,
who had been visiting relatives at
Clark, S. Dak., was killed Monday,
when the gun which he was passing
out the car window to his small son
standing outside, exploded. The gnu
was believed by Mi-. Gillard to have
been unloaded.
Mr. Gillard was a nephew of Mrs.
S. P. Hanson and Mrs. Sarah Felton
of this city.
SWANBURG
Mrs. Cecil Anderson, Corres.
—, »
Mrs. H. Carlson has just returned
from a fortnight visit at the home of
her sdn, Allen at Spokane, Wash.
We arc very happy to know Mr.
Edwin Durm has completely recovered from a near tragic head injury
suffered some time ago.
Mrs. Dwaine Jamison, nee Olive
Stevens of Minneapolis, has undergone an appendectomy this week. We
hope you'll be well right soon, Olive.
Best wishes to the new news column, 'Northside Whitefish.' Always
glad to see something new has been
added.
Mrs. Bill Torgerson is expected
home this Saturday, tomorrow, after
undergoing a throat operation at the
U. hospital, Minneapolis; Her con-,
dition is very good.
Mrs. John Heemstra returned last
week from Minneapolis, where she
was treated at the U. hospital. We
sincerely hope her health will be
much better soon.
Mr. and Mrs. James Mitchell have
returned to their home in Denison,
la., after a pleasant summer and
fall at their cottage 'White Shadows'
on Trout Lake.
A new feature at Sunday morning
service at Faith Church, will be the
showing of a fine film, 'And Now I
See,' on November 2. Pass the word
of welcome to all.
Bob Anderson is at the Brainerd
airport these days during the absence
of Mr. Garrett who is spending a
fortnight m Canada. Bob is seen
occasionally over Swanburg.
The Dallas Proffit farm home affords the wayfarers a very pleasant
eyeful this autumn, with its gleaming
white coat of paint. The deft wielder
of the brush was none other than
your friend and mine, Mr. Delmer Riley.
A fourth of a series of Stanley Parties was held in this vicinity at the
home of Mrs. E. Stoutenburg Wednesday afternoon of this week. Other
hostesses to date have been Mrs. Peder Nelson, Mrs. Harold Moser and
Mrs. Lyle Stevens.
This penitent reporter returned late
Friday of last week from an extended trip to Pierce County, Wise, and
the Twin Cities. I also saw parts of
northern Wisconsin which rivals our
own pine country. Incidentally, I
enjoyed every moment of the trip.
Tuesday afternoon at the Pequot
Lakes Forum, gave us some idea of
tbe growing population in these parts
and what it means to stand in line.
To the many who survived the ordeal
it meant a free chest x-ray. 'Tis great
to be an American.
Sunday overnite guests at the parsonage, were Dr. and Mrs. R. H. Ger-
berding of Minneapolis. Dr. Gerber-
ding was the prinpal speaker at the
special meeting »it Cross L,ake Sunday
evening.
Bin|o Games Tonite
at Marlow for
Hospital Benefit
Tonight, Friday, everyone plays
bingo in the Marlow club rooms, at
the games sponsored as a hospital
benefit by the Ladies Auxiliary of
the VFW.
The fun begins at eight o'clock and
everyone is invited to drop in during the evening. Lunch will be served.
Wedding Ceremony
Read at Catholic
Church Saturday
In a quiet ceremony performed in
Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church
at nine o'clock Saturday morning,
with Rev. Father Flynn officiating,
Miss Theresa Branegan of Gull Lake,
became the bride of Andrew Joha
McDonaugh of St. Paul.
Miss Colleen Manney of Pequot
Lakes, was bridesmaid and R. B. Parker of St. Paul, served as best man.
Wedding music was provided by Mrs.
Frank Hayes of Backus who presided
at the Organ. . .
Mr. and Mrs. John Ross of Red
Wing, were weekend guests at the
Durkee home.
Florence Kamberling of Hartley,
la., spent Tuesday with friends here.
Mr. and Mrs. John Hoffman and
daughter Nellie, spent Sunday at the
Clem Henry home.
What a wonderful 'Bonus' these
lovely autumn days have been to our
upper midwest!. Soon the chill winds
will blow, and they will be but a 5
memory, sadly remembered for a
while.
Many were the kith and kin from
Minneapolis, up for the weekend.
Among these, Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth
Peterson and their three youngest,
Mr., and Mrs. Dwane Jamison, Mr.
Erv. Moser, Jir. Alan Houston, Mr.
Orris Fensland, Mr. Joe Jamison and
a friend and the - Misses Margaret
Anne Peterson and Doris Anderson.
The drive for the Community Hospital at Pine Itiver, marches on! Marvin Peterson is doing ok soliciting
in this locale. Also, the women folk
are planning a minstrel show to take
place November 7, with proceeds going to that fund. We hope for success and sincere cooperation.
A large group assembled at the
Cross Lake store auditorium Sunday
evening at which time plans were made for the organization of a Christian
Congregation. We extend to this enterprising group, our sincere good
wishes.
Sunday evenim; af S p. m., October
20, is another Family Nite at Faith
Church. Our Luther League will be
in full charge of the service. 'From
Discipleship to Leadership,' will be
the topic. Following services, there
will be games and refreshments in the
church basement. Do plan to be present. Bring the entire family and
tell your friends to come.
A wood-gathering 'Bee' took place
in our parish last Saturday and the
outcome w as perfect. The fuel prepared at this time will be sufficient
for tlie coming winter months for our
church. Next Saturday, digging a
sewer drain for the parsonage and
church will begin in earnest. Willing workers arc assured a hearty
noon lunch, provided by the ladies.
—My Tho't for the Day:
Friendship is like a heartfire burning,
A softly glowing place apart,
Where one from outer chill returning
May pause awhile to warm his
heart.
—Sell it with a Want Ad—Call 69

JOURNAL
VOULME X NUMBER 28
THE PINE RIVER JOURNAL, PINERIVER. CASS COUNTY, MINNESOTA
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 24, 1947
iV
V
Out of the . .
Waste Basket
by C. M. A.
/The rapid depletion of natural re
sources, due to the abnormal demands
wade upon them during the years of
war. and also the post-war period,
has been of rapidly .mounting concern to those most closely in touch
with this important phase of our national economy.
'.These men have been able to see,
from their study ol the situation, the
extreme importance of an applied
program of conservation, with a long
term view of maintaining adequate
reserves of these basic resources.
x r- * *
High on the list of fast diminishing
supply is timber and timber products,
and this is a natural national resource
with which we are all familiar inasmuch as we live in a region once noted for the beauty of its forests,
which are apparently inexhaustible
and in consequence were denied the
benefits of careful planning along
conservation, lines intended to perpetuate in some degree, the timber
lands as' a source of future supply.
* * %■■ *
All too often when we are confronted with an article dealing with
the importance of conservation programs, we are. prone to shrug off the
vital facts of the message by telling
ourselves and our neighbors that
there is nothing we can do about it
anyway, because the particular item
under discussion is not within our
own small zone of activity.
* * * *
This excuse we cannot use when
the subject of timber becomes the
theme of the moment. There is a
great deal we can do to aid in the
preservation of this important crop,
and the time to do it is iXIOW, while
we have the opportunity of beginning with a stand of young trees
which need only a little encouragement to perpetuate their growth.
•j; * * *
One of the most vital problems
with which a timber area must be
concerned is the subject of fire
control, and to a great extent this
service is rendered competently by the
Forest Rangers located in various
stations about the state. However,
in some degree their ability to suppress the menace of fire is limited,
insofar as the lookout stations, usually located on some vantage point
overlooking a large'area of timber,
are used for spotting fires already in
progress.
f * :P *
We can be of service by being ever
on our guard to see that none of these
potential destroyers of timber and
wild life are allowed to start through
any act of ours.
* * a:: :;t . *
"What's the use cornplainin'
That the game aint on the square?
There's mighty few will listen,
An' fewer still will care—
Shut up.
* * * *
What's the use of talkin'
Of the 'old days gone by?'
There's lots to do preparin'
Fer them that's drawin' nigh.
Shut; up.
* i« * *
What's the use of blaniin'
Everything upon your luck,
When it's ten times better bettin'
That it's just your lack of pluck?
Shut up!
« * * a:
Wind's the use declarin'
That the cards is always stacked,
An' that nothin's on the level.
Fer you know it's not the fact?
Shut up'
a: * * *
Get out and study laughin',
Go on an' learn to smile:
You might even tackle singin'
If you practised fer a while—
Tune Up.
—Contributed
-REBEKAH LODGE MEETS-
The Rosebud Rebekah iLodge met
in regular session Tuesday evening,
when plans for.'their 25th anniversary
party were made. Date for the event
will be announced later by chairman,
.Mrs. Everett Martin.'
Scout leaders and troop committees
were appointed for the doming year
as follows: Brownie Leader, Mrs.
Harold Hohnstrom and assistant.
Mrs. Vern Chumley; Troop Committee, Mesdames Joe Langland. Ii. F.
Dingle and .lack Adkins. Intermedial!' group leader, Mrs. Cronk; troop
CMfinuUee, Mesdames Ernest Johnson, Chas. Jorgensoii and L. M. Brad1
field. Upper group leader, Patsy
Cromett anil troop committee, Mesdames Ernest Valentine, James iGeary
and Lewis Walton.
Lunch 'was served at the close of
the meeting by Mrs. Jokela and Mrs.
Selma Heino. /
Picluse of Pine Rivei Girl
Appears in State Magazine
Pictured in the current issue of
'Everybody's Health' magazine, just
o'f the press, is Miss Helen Hopper
of I'ine River, Cass County's 4-H
girl health champion for 1947.
She is shown with other 4-H health
winners at Christmas Seal headquarters in St Raul, where 160 of Minnesota's healthiest young people had
their physical examinations taken
this year during state fair week in
A Ugust.
Everybody's Health is published as
part of the health program financed
bj Christmas Seals, according to a
news release from the Minnesota
Public Health Association.
Copies of the magazine go to all
schools, libraries, doctor's offices, pub
lie health nurses, officers of county
public health associations, Christmas
Seal workers and others interested
in the health program.
Benefit Dance for
Hospital Fund
Thursday Eve
The Pine River armory will be the
scene of an important social function
Thursday evening, October 80, when
the big Lake Region Community Hospital benefit dance gets under way.
The dance is under the joint sponsorship of the Field Snorts Association and the Volunteer Fire Department, who have assured patrons of
good music for the event by engaging
the services of Al Rrendt and the Vagabonds.
Tickets are already on sale at $1.00
each and may be obtained from A.
('. Hickel. Buy yours now and be
among those present next Thursday
evening at the armory.
Commercial Club
to Sponsor a
Halloween Party
On Friday evening, October 31,
young folks of Pine River will be entertained at a hallowe'en party, given
for them by the commercial club.
The eyeuiiig's festivities, in true
hallowe'en spirit, will get under way
at approximately nine o'clock p. in..
with a h;:ge bonfire on the vacant
lot opposite the school house.
Wieners and marshmallows will be
plentifully available for roasting, as
■the flames cftst light and shadow over tbe throng.
A free movie will be shown in the
Marlow through tlie courtesy of John
Rohr, after the bonfire has burned
low, and the VFW, together with the
Ladies Auxiliary, have arranged for
a free roller-skating party at the armory.
There will he something doing every minute and all the young folks
of Pine IRiver and vicinity are invited
to spend a happy hallowe'en as
guests of the commercial club.
SH00TIN' THE BREEZE
With Your Service Offiteer
It has been reported that many incompetent veterans have not received their terminal leave bonds. This
may be due to the fact that their
guardian is not aware of their entitlement. Your county service officer, Marshall Alexander, feels that:
this is of sufficient importance that
the information should he passed on.
Many other veterans have not yet
applied for their terminal leave pay.
This should be done at the very earliest opportunity and your county service officer will be glad to assist you.
. If the need does not exist at the
present time for the money from
these bonds, it would be well to have
it applied on National Service Life
Insurance. It is only a very short
period, or until January 1, 1948, that
World War II veterans may reinstate
their National Service Term Insurance without a physical examination.
This should be kept in mind and if
you have not. applied for your terminal leave bonds as yet, will you
see your county service officer and
at the same time have him assist
you in the reinstatement of your Nation Service Life Insurance. When
the bonds are received they may be
applied to the payment of future premiums. Don't let the excellent protection benefit provided by this government insurance go unused, but be
sure that your insurance is in effect
during those years when protection
is needed tiie most.
Your county service officer, M. L.
Alexander feels that many veterans
have not taken advantage of' the
right to reinstate their National Service Life Insurance, because of a misunderstanding or for some other reason. He calls attention to the fact
that National Service Term insurance may be reinstated until January 1,
1948, by a simple statement of relative good health and payment of two
month's premiums. The only veteran who is not able to reinstate his
insurance is a person who is totally
disabled at the ipresent time and has
let his insurance lapse after discharge while total disability did not exist. An insurance policy may now
be reinstated and changed to a permanent type of insurance at the same
time regardless of the period that it
has heen carried by the veteran. In
addition to the original term contract the veteran had in service, it
is now possible for him to apply for
and, if he is able to. pass examination, receive total disability income
policy as a part of his regular Insurance. This disability policy would
pay him $5.00 per .fROOO each month
when and if he became totally disabled and unable to follow a gainful
occupation:
Your county service officer feels
that your National Service Life Insurance is a valuable asset and regrets seeing veterans let their policies lapse, lie sure that you reinstate your insurance If it is lapsed
and also see that your policy is in order if you are paying premiums at the
present time, so when January 1, 194S
rolls around, regardless of your physical condition, you will be covered
by insurance. See your County Service Officer and he will be glad to advise and assist you.
AGRICULTURAL EXTENSION
PROGRAM PLANNING MEETING
TO BE HELD HERE OCTOBER 28
The Oass Agriculture Extension
meeting will be held in the library
room of the Pine River school at 8
p m., Tuesday, October 28. This
yearly meeting is held to formulate
tlie coming year's Extension program.
Subjects of instruction that are most
important and useful to the farmer
and the homemaker will be planned
for the coming year. The subjects
that will be conducted in the form of
training schools during the winter
months, will also be decided. Mr.
William Peters, district county .agent
supervisor, and Miss Amy Wesel, district home demonstration leader, will
give information on subjects that the
state extension leaders will be able
to present the coming year. a
During the past year, homemakers
had the priviledge to receive instruction in Leader Training schools on
re-finishing furniture, upholstering,
and in open classes on dressing of
poultry and preparing foods for
freezing. JIany have expressed their
desire for slip-covering of furniture
■and meal planning and food preparation.
Farmers during the past year were
interested in livestock improvement,
the use of DDT, by seeing practical
demonstrations of it on the farm,
and the new herbicide 2-4-D for we,ed
eradication. These subjects again
are important with thought given to
the European Corn Borer and the
forming of breed associations.
The public is cordially invited to
attend this planning meeting.
SPORTS AFIELD
by Ted Kesting
Nobidy can do a better job of preparing wild ganie for the table than
the hunter himself, if he has any cook
ing talent. One must have the feeling for game cookery—it's a man's
job. If it's done properly it's the
final extra dividend to your day in
the field. If the average housewife
isn't an expert on game cookery, she
should not be blamed. After all, she
doesn't very, often have a chance to
practice the art and science of game
cookery, does she? Nor can she look
in her favorite cookbook and find the
right and proper way to cook an elderly pheasant, a brace of grouse or
a bag of woodcock. She does the
best she can and does it with all sincerity. If she assumes that all feathered game are akin to chicken,
■well, it's a fail but misguided conception.
It's a man's job, this cooking of wild
game and besides it's a lot of fun according to Harry Botsford, who is a
master of the culinary arts.
Take the woodcock or quail for
example. Here are two game birds
that nature treated royally and generously, endowing each with a delicate, entrancing flavor. In cooking
them don't destroy that flavor—just
do the things that enhance it. Broil
them, baste with butter during the
process, season lightly with salt and
pepper and serve two to a person, on
—MILSRED 4-H CLUB NEWS
The Mildred Oood Rule 4-H Club
mel at the Heemstra home Friday evening and Dennis Heemstra, president called the meeting to order with
all members giving the pledge to the
flag. Eighteen members answered
roll call. We welcome Sandra Lang-
lain; and Katherine tGoetcti as hew
members.
Project discussion was the main
topic of the evening and plans were
made for committee meetings and
muting places.
The meeting adjourned with pledge
to the 4-H flag, after which games
were played and refreshments were
served by Mm. Heemstra.
—Jay Langland, Reporter
LOCAL MAN LEARS ABOUT
INCOME TAX CHANGES AT
ANN.UAL SHORT COURSE
L. M. Severeid was among the 400
Minnesotans to attend the fifth annual.farm income tax short course held
at the Lowry Hotel, St. Paul, October 13 - 15.
Those who attended the course will
be better qualified to help farmers
make out their income tax returns
more accurately and completely. The
three day event took up income tax
deductions, livestock sales, sales of
personal dwellings and auction sales,
in addition to regular income tax
problems.
P. T. A.
By Rev. Althoff
Rev. Althoff wits the principal speaker at the PTA meeting Thursday
evening of last week, addressing the
gathering on the subject 'Let Us Be
Neighbors.'
The meeting was marked by a good
attendance, with the largest crowd
of the season being present to take
part in the activities and discussion
of the evening.
Supt. Shaw made a very favorable
report on the school band, disclosing
the tact that well over a hundred pupils have signified their desire to participate. Arrangements are going
forward for the procuring of the necessary instruments.
Dolores Kolb presented two fine vocal selections, being accompanied at
the piano by Mrs. Glenn Houston.
During the business discussion it
was voted to change the starting time
of meetings from 8 p. m., to 8:80,
thus allowing those with earlier committments to attend.
-BROWNIES MEET—
The Brownie Scouts met at the
school Thursday afternoon at a farewell party for several of their group
who graduated into the regular Girl
Scouts.
pieces of toasted white bread that
has been liberally buttered.
With them serve a good tart field
salad, a baked potato, a green vegetable and hot biscuits, if possible.
Dessert? Fruit and coffee and if
your family and guests do not arise
andclaim you a great and talented
cook they are most unappreciative.
An elderly pheasant—there seems
to be one in every bag but it isn't too
much of a problem. If the bird is to
be roasted, be sure to give it plenty
of time to become tender. Stuff with
a very wet dressing. That's the secret of making an old bird tender and
juicy. Use a mixture of sauerkraut
and chestnuts, to which is added a
diced stalk of celery and a few bread
crumbs. Put the bird into a medium
oven after rubbing the bird thoroughly with a mixture of butter and flour.
The secret of the wet dressing is
this: It heats, generates steam that
slowly forces its way to the surface,
thus tenderizing the bird and giving
you a guarantee that the bird will be
delightfully tender and r delectable.
The dressing is delicious, too.
Go out in the kitchen, brethren and
cook a meal. If you do a good job
your prestige will rise to new and
pleasing heights. That's a final dividend. If the job's been done properly, there's no tellinjj what may happen. You may not even he called upon to wash the dishes. Maybe that's
expecting too much but it's been
known to happen. z
The driver of one of theiWkars was in the act of passing another
motorist just as he neared the crest of a hill. He collided head-on
with a driver coming over the brow of the hill, and with the terrific
impact the lighter car was crushed under the heavy one. The lawbreaker in this accident was killed—so was the other driver, and a
passenger was seriously injured. Passing on blind curves and on hills
is simply gambling with death. Improper passing accounted for more
than 35,000 highway deaths and injuries in 1946, according to the
National Conservation Bureau.
Hospital Fund Swelled
by Benefit Proceeds:
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BRIDAL SHOWER HELD AT TRUE
DABILL HOME SATURDAY EVE
A bridal shower was held Saturday
evening of last week at the True Dabill home, honoring Miss May Taylor
and Paul Dabill. Numerous lovely-
gifts were bestowed upon the young
couple who plan to be married in the
near future.
A large group of relatives and friends were present for the gala occasion' ancl a very elaborate and delicious lunch was served, by the ladies
in charge. Lovely decorations were
in order, and as a center piece of attraction, there was a miniature bride
and groom dressed up in blue and
white.
Sheep Growers Will
Meet in Pine River
Next Thursday
Ctrss County sheep growers will
consolidate tlieir efforts in combating
their problems by forming a 'Sheep
Growers Organization..' The meeting will take place in the Club Rooms
of the Marlow in Pine River next
Thursday, October 30, at S p. m.
Sheep growers in this county have
felt the need for an organization of
this kind, not only for furthering the
interest in the growing of sheep and
better flock practices but also to
combat the menace of wolves and
bear. During the past year, many
flock owners had to sell their entire
flock due to the great loss of animals
from this threatening menace.
It is believed that through the efforts of this organization, that state
and federal authorities' services can
be obtained to help relieve Cass County of wild animals who are threatening one of the important industries
in this county.
During the past two weeks several
benefits of various nature, and many
cash donations have worked together
to swell the total amount thus far
collected on behalf of the Lake Region Community Hospital project.
Benefits in the form of a basket
social, a silver tea and a community
sale have raised the fund by the amount of $369.96 of which $82L98 was
realized from the community sale last
Saturday; $30 from the silver tea given by Troop No. 1 of the Girl Scouts
and ijtlS from the basket social sponsored by the Norway Lake Farmers
Club.
The Swanburg Ladies Aid and the
Ponto Lake Improvement Society each made cash contributions of $100,
and the milk bottles located in the
various business .places about town
accounted for the sum of $102.05.
More benefit functions are scheduled for the weeks ahead, among'
them being the bingo games tonight,
the big dance at the armory Thursday evening, October 30, and the
smorgasbord supper Wednesday, November 5.
Success of these events depends
entirely on the support wliich they
receive, and everyone is invited to
sha'-e in this support by being present.
NEPHEW OF LOCAL LADIES
KILLED IN HUNTING ACCIDENT
Eldon Gillard of Hettinger, N. Dak.,
who had been visiting relatives at
Clark, S. Dak., was killed Monday,
when the gun which he was passing
out the car window to his small son
standing outside, exploded. The gnu
was believed by Mi-. Gillard to have
been unloaded.
Mr. Gillard was a nephew of Mrs.
S. P. Hanson and Mrs. Sarah Felton
of this city.
SWANBURG
Mrs. Cecil Anderson, Corres.
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Mrs. H. Carlson has just returned
from a fortnight visit at the home of
her sdn, Allen at Spokane, Wash.
We arc very happy to know Mr.
Edwin Durm has completely recovered from a near tragic head injury
suffered some time ago.
Mrs. Dwaine Jamison, nee Olive
Stevens of Minneapolis, has undergone an appendectomy this week. We
hope you'll be well right soon, Olive.
Best wishes to the new news column, 'Northside Whitefish.' Always
glad to see something new has been
added.
Mrs. Bill Torgerson is expected
home this Saturday, tomorrow, after
undergoing a throat operation at the
U. hospital, Minneapolis; Her con-,
dition is very good.
Mrs. John Heemstra returned last
week from Minneapolis, where she
was treated at the U. hospital. We
sincerely hope her health will be
much better soon.
Mr. and Mrs. James Mitchell have
returned to their home in Denison,
la., after a pleasant summer and
fall at their cottage 'White Shadows'
on Trout Lake.
A new feature at Sunday morning
service at Faith Church, will be the
showing of a fine film, 'And Now I
See,' on November 2. Pass the word
of welcome to all.
Bob Anderson is at the Brainerd
airport these days during the absence
of Mr. Garrett who is spending a
fortnight m Canada. Bob is seen
occasionally over Swanburg.
The Dallas Proffit farm home affords the wayfarers a very pleasant
eyeful this autumn, with its gleaming
white coat of paint. The deft wielder
of the brush was none other than
your friend and mine, Mr. Delmer Riley.
A fourth of a series of Stanley Parties was held in this vicinity at the
home of Mrs. E. Stoutenburg Wednesday afternoon of this week. Other
hostesses to date have been Mrs. Peder Nelson, Mrs. Harold Moser and
Mrs. Lyle Stevens.
This penitent reporter returned late
Friday of last week from an extended trip to Pierce County, Wise, and
the Twin Cities. I also saw parts of
northern Wisconsin which rivals our
own pine country. Incidentally, I
enjoyed every moment of the trip.
Tuesday afternoon at the Pequot
Lakes Forum, gave us some idea of
tbe growing population in these parts
and what it means to stand in line.
To the many who survived the ordeal
it meant a free chest x-ray. 'Tis great
to be an American.
Sunday overnite guests at the parsonage, were Dr. and Mrs. R. H. Ger-
berding of Minneapolis. Dr. Gerber-
ding was the prinpal speaker at the
special meeting »it Cross L,ake Sunday
evening.
Bin|o Games Tonite
at Marlow for
Hospital Benefit
Tonight, Friday, everyone plays
bingo in the Marlow club rooms, at
the games sponsored as a hospital
benefit by the Ladies Auxiliary of
the VFW.
The fun begins at eight o'clock and
everyone is invited to drop in during the evening. Lunch will be served.
Wedding Ceremony
Read at Catholic
Church Saturday
In a quiet ceremony performed in
Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church
at nine o'clock Saturday morning,
with Rev. Father Flynn officiating,
Miss Theresa Branegan of Gull Lake,
became the bride of Andrew Joha
McDonaugh of St. Paul.
Miss Colleen Manney of Pequot
Lakes, was bridesmaid and R. B. Parker of St. Paul, served as best man.
Wedding music was provided by Mrs.
Frank Hayes of Backus who presided
at the Organ. . .
Mr. and Mrs. John Ross of Red
Wing, were weekend guests at the
Durkee home.
Florence Kamberling of Hartley,
la., spent Tuesday with friends here.
Mr. and Mrs. John Hoffman and
daughter Nellie, spent Sunday at the
Clem Henry home.
What a wonderful 'Bonus' these
lovely autumn days have been to our
upper midwest!. Soon the chill winds
will blow, and they will be but a 5
memory, sadly remembered for a
while.
Many were the kith and kin from
Minneapolis, up for the weekend.
Among these, Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth
Peterson and their three youngest,
Mr., and Mrs. Dwane Jamison, Mr.
Erv. Moser, Jir. Alan Houston, Mr.
Orris Fensland, Mr. Joe Jamison and
a friend and the - Misses Margaret
Anne Peterson and Doris Anderson.
The drive for the Community Hospital at Pine Itiver, marches on! Marvin Peterson is doing ok soliciting
in this locale. Also, the women folk
are planning a minstrel show to take
place November 7, with proceeds going to that fund. We hope for success and sincere cooperation.
A large group assembled at the
Cross Lake store auditorium Sunday
evening at which time plans were made for the organization of a Christian
Congregation. We extend to this enterprising group, our sincere good
wishes.
Sunday evenim; af S p. m., October
20, is another Family Nite at Faith
Church. Our Luther League will be
in full charge of the service. 'From
Discipleship to Leadership,' will be
the topic. Following services, there
will be games and refreshments in the
church basement. Do plan to be present. Bring the entire family and
tell your friends to come.
A wood-gathering 'Bee' took place
in our parish last Saturday and the
outcome w as perfect. The fuel prepared at this time will be sufficient
for tlie coming winter months for our
church. Next Saturday, digging a
sewer drain for the parsonage and
church will begin in earnest. Willing workers arc assured a hearty
noon lunch, provided by the ladies.
—My Tho't for the Day:
Friendship is like a heartfire burning,
A softly glowing place apart,
Where one from outer chill returning
May pause awhile to warm his
heart.
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